TAKE A BITE OUT OF SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN
Marshall, Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and New Buffalo, Michigan
HIGHLIGHTS ➤ Broadway fare at Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre ➤ Gaming action at Firekeepers Casino ➤ Visions of yesteryear at Gilmore Car Museum ➤ Winery visit along the Wine Trail ➤ Fruit farm tour and picnic-style dinner
DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY DAY 1: Battle Creek - Marshall Experience the Freedom Saga Tour. Witness the finest and largest display of underground railroad sculptures in the entire country. Bronze sculptures bigger than life depict Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman and families of slaves fleeing out of a forest and into a river. Riveting, dramatic stories told by a guided city tour in Battle Creek.
What a unique experience among automobile attractions…..the Gilmore Car Museum! Situated in the hilly countryside, the Gilmore houses antique automobiles in historic red barns. Part of the Motor Cities National Heritage, this is a “must see” on all tours. Take a spin in a vintage car or hop aboard a London double-decker bus. Round out your visit with a stop in their Blue Moon Diner for an ice cream treat!
The magic of Broadway-style theatre – brought to you by Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre. Enjoying talented performers from across the country, groups enjoy a traditional turkey meal with all the fixin’s accompanied by professional entertainment in an intimate setting.
It’s cocktail hour with a stop at one of many wineries along the Wine Trail. This region has more than 10,000 acres of grapes that are nestled among the rolling hills and inland lakes. A superior culinary experience. Cheers!
From burning hot slots to scorching giveaways, you have more ways to win big at Firekeepers Casino. Like bonfire big! Enjoy your evening of gaming at Michigan’s newest casino. Newly renovated McCamly Plaza Hotel is the place to overnight. Warm hospitality and superior guest rooms make it tops for group tours!
DAY 2: Kalamazoo Prepare for take-off this morning! The Air Zoo is a highly charged, multisensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you’ve ever seen. Everything is designed to help you achieve the total flight experience. Strap in as you experience adventure and entertainment. Nestled in Hickory Corners and built by cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg in 1925, Kellogg Manor House is a classic Tudor-style home sitting high on beautiful Gull Lake. Lunch will be at the stately residence. Afterwards, enjoy a tour of the home and lovely gardens.
DAY 3: St. Joseph - New Buffalo Take a bite out of fresh farm fruits or vegetables in Michigan and you’ll never buy store-bought again. Over 60 roadside markets and fruit farms offer sun-ripened goodness. The temperate climate has helped Michigan to lead the nation in growing tart cherries and blueberries. Take a farm tour aboard a “folks-wagon” and hear the history of the farm and witness harvesting techniques. How about participating in your own group cherry-pit spitting contest, too? Pick out your own assortment of fruits and veggies or jams, jellies and cider. Enjoy a picnic-style dinner at the fruit farm—and a big slice of homemade cherry pie. Yummy! Your day ends along the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan with an overnight at Marina Grand Resort. Every room has a spectacular view of the harbor. Now go and ahead and catch some peaceful zzzz’s……
CONTACT: Circle Michigan
OTHER ITINERARIES AVAILABLE:
➤ Janet Kasic • www.circlemichigan.com P.O. Box 541, Trenton, MI 48183 Phone: 800-513-6424 • Email: janet@circlemichigan.com
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